Evesham Avenue is in Whitley Bay and in North Tyneside district. NE26 1QR is located in the Whitley Bay North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Tynemouth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Evesham Avenue, Whitley Bay, NE26 1QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NE26 1QH, NE26 3SB, NE26 3SD, NE26 1RU, NE26 3SF, NE26 1QG, NE26 1QF, NE26 1SH, NE26 3SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NE26 1QR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.3% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NE26 1QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22% | 23.5% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72% | 66.4% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 4.5% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 66.4% | 59% | -7.4% | 48.4% | 10.6% |
| Good health | 26.2% | 32.4% | 6.2% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 7.2% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around NE26 1QR this area, 5.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 59.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.1% | 5.2% | 2.1% | 18.2% | -13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 8.9% | 3.0% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 10.4% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 3% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 61.2% | 59.1% | -2.1% | 33.8% | 25.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.3% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.3% | 96.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.9% | 37.2% | 20.7% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Evesham Avenue was 26.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.2% lower than the Monkseaton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Evesham Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Monkseaton and the 172nd lowest crime rate of 715 local areas in North Tyneside .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Evesham Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £522,500 | 2024-06-25 | £560,888 |
| 17 Evesham Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Terraced, an established residential building | £326,000 | 2021-05-11 | £392,622 |
| 3 Evesham Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2021-03-30 | £509,032 |
| 23 Evesham Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Detached, an established residential building | £560,500 | 2019-04-05 | £769,159 |
| 22 Evesham Avenue, Whitley Bay, Tyne And Wear Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2019-03-01 | £456,189 |
NE26 1QR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Education | 48 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir James Knott Memorial Nursery School Percy Square , River View NE30 4AG | 3out of 4 | 4,694 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coquet Park First School The Links , NE26 1TQ | 4out of 4 | 297 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Park First School Park Road , NE26 1LT | 4out of 4 | 656 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Lodge First School Woodburn Drive , NE26 3HW | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southridge First School Cranleigh Place , Beaumont Park Estate NE25 9UD | 4out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appletree Gardens First School Appletree Gardens , Monkseaton NE25 8XS | 3out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitley Bay High School Deneholm , NE25 9AS | 4out of 4 | 681 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton High School Seatonville Road , NE25 9EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,290 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden High School Hartington Road , Cullercoats NE30 3RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,931 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Spence Community High School Preston Road , NE29 9PU | 3out of 4 | 3,346 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School Lynn Road , NE29 8LF | 3out of 4 | 4,100 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Gardens Middle School Valley Gardens , NE25 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 972 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Bridge Middle School Lovaine Avenue , NE25 8RW | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Monkseaton Middle School Vernon Drive , Monkseaton NE25 8JN | 2out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wellfield Middle School Kielder Road , South Wellfield NE25 9QW | 3out of 4 | 2,584 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whytrig Community Middle School Elsdon Avenue , Seaton Delaval NE25 0BP | 2out of 4 | 5,251 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Priory School Huntington Place , Tynemouth NE30 4RF | 3out of 4 | 4,306 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlawn School Drumoyne Gardens , West Monkseaton NE25 9DL | 3out of 4 | 2,052 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southlands School Beach Road , Tynemouth NE30 2QR | 3out of 4 | 3,302 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorbridge Earsdon Road , Shiremoor NE27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 3,786 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside House School Station Road , Backworth NE27 0AB | - not rated | 4,750 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meet Me On The Corner Cafe | 45 Ilfracombe Gardens, Whitley Bay | 163 yd | |
| Retro Bay Cafe | 52 - 52A Eastbourne Gardens, Whitley Bay | 335 yd | |
| Crab And Waltzer | 2 - 8 Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay | 439 yd | |
| Littley Bay | First Floor, Berkeley Building | 452 yd | |
| Di Meo's Delaval Ices | 9 Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitley Bay Comrades Club \& Cafe | 13/14, The Links | 409 yd | |
| Gilbert And Smith's | 201 Park View, Whitley Bay | 565 yd | |
| Square And Compass Bar | 207 Park View, Whitley Bay | 565 yd | |
| Nord Bottle Shop | 165 - 167 Park View, Whitley Bay | 688 yd | |
| Whitley Bay Snooker And Sports Bar | First Floor, 6 Claremont Crescent | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Lagoon | 40 Ilfracombe Gardens, Whitley Bay | 356 yd | |
| Pantrinis Per Sempre Ltd | 11/13, Marine Avenue | 493 yd | |
| Whitley Whaler | 3 Marine Avenue, Whitley Bay | 493 yd | |
| New Claremont Chinese Take Away | 13 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 736 yd | |
| Dimitris Takeaway | 3 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1 Claremont Crescent, Whitley Bay | 736 yd | |
| Sainsburys Local | Units 13 And 14, Park View Shopping Centre | 1,023 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coquet Park Primary School THE LINKS | 293 yd | |
| Waves THE LINKS | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 367 yd |
| Marine Park First School PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 555 yd |
| Churchill Playing Fields CHURCHILL PAVILION PLAYINGFIELDS CHURCHILL PAVILION PLAYINGFIELDS HARTLEY AVENUE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, tennis courts | 672 yd |
| Whitley Bay High School DENEHOLM | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Healthlands Club (Whitley Bay) CLAREMONT CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 808 yd |
| Whitley Lodge First School WOODBURN DRIVE | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Valley Gardens Middle School VALLEY GARDENS | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,073 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 200.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.